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mayor of suryodaya municipality in the executive meeting with other municipality representatives

Strengthening Disaster Resilience: Suryodaya Municipality’s Role in Early Warnings for All

As Mayor of Suryodaya Municipality, I had the honor of representing municipalities in the global discussions on developing a roadmap to ensure universal access to early warning systems for all types of hazards by 2027. With Nepal leading the “Early Warnings for All” initiative for 30 countries, I shared insights from our municipality’s experiences in disaster risk preparedness and reduction during a high-level panel discussion. The event, attended by senior government officials, UN agencies, and international organizations, provided an important platform to contribute local perspectives towards building stronger disaster resilience and advancing multi-hazard preparedness worldwide.

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ran bahadur rai, mayor suryodaya municipality

Empowering Small Farmers: How Suryodaya’s Sexed Semen Program is Transforming Dairy Farming

Suryodaya Municipality has been at the forefront of empowering small-scale farmers through innovative agricultural practices. One of its most successful initiatives, the sexed semen technology, ensures up to 90% female calves with higher milk yields, leading to greater income and improved livelihoods. By combining science, technology, and local dedication, the municipality is not only transforming dairy farming today but also securing a stronger, more productive dairy sector for the future.

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March towards Sustainability: Suryodaya’s step towards citizen empowerment, nature protection and green growth.

Suryodaya Municipality is making decisive strides toward a greener and more inclusive future. From launching a multi-stakeholder Tea Trail and waste management initiative to empowering youth through vocational training and promoting clean energy with eco-friendly cooking stoves, the municipality is championing sustainability, citizen well-being, and smart development. These recent efforts reflect a growing commitment to collaboration, innovation, and environmental stewardship.

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mayor of suryodaya muncipaity with farmers under IPM agricultural school initiative

Sustainable Growth Through Agriculture, Education, and Community Empowerment in Suryodaya Municipality

Suryodaya Municipality takes major strides toward its development vision through direct farmer engagement under the IPM program, distribution of sustainable tea farming tools, and over 200 scholarships awarded to daughters and daughters-in-law demonstrating real progress in agriculture, education, and community empowerment.

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mayor of suryodya muncipality during the enaugration of 10 months ojt motorcycle repair and house wiring program

Youth Skill-Building and Sustainability: Launching Motorcycle & House-Wiring Training and Eco-Friendly Wards declaration in Suryodaya Municipality

Suryodaya Municipality marks a significant milestone in its journey toward empowerment and sustainability with the launch of a 10-month technical training program in motorcycle repair and house wiring for local youth, alongside the official declaration of Wards 8 and 9 as Environment-Friendly Wards. These two initiatives reflect our dual commitment to equip the next generation with dignified, practical skills and to foster a greener, healthier, and more resilient future for all.

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mayor of suryodaya municipality with his excellency of japan Maeda Toru

Suryodaya’s Taste of Diplomacy: Tea at Sagarmatha Sambaad and Meetup with His Excellency of Japan to Nepal

Suryodaya Municipality had the honor of participating in the prestigious Sagarmatha Sambaad, an international dialogue on climate change, where it showcased its signature Black Orthodox Tea through a well-received tasting session. The three-day event not only brought global attention to Suryodaya’s tea heritage but also opened doors for meaningful diplomatic engagement. Building on this momentum, a meeting was held with His Excellency Maeda Toru, the Japanese Ambassador to Nepal, to discuss tourism, disaster management, and future collaboration in the tea industry—marking a proud step forward in cultural diplomacy and international relations for the municipality.

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Mayor of suryodaya municipality as resource person at the NDRR IISSM training

UNDRR IISSM Training: Representing Suryodaya Municipality regarding the strengthening of Local Voices for Global Resilience

Mayor of Suryodaya Municipality Mr Ran Bahadur Rai shares his experience as a Resource Person at the UNDRR-IISSM Training of Trainers in New Delhi. The event spotlighted local disaster risk reduction strategies on a global platform, fostering partnerships, learning, and future opportunities for collaboration in resilience-building.

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image of the enaugration of citizenship services from the border administrative office pashupatinagar and national identity card registration center on suryodaya municipality

Regarding the enaugration of Temporary National ID registration center and transition of Citizenship Services

Suryodaya Municipality has taken a significant step towards decentralizing essential services by launching a temporary National Identity Card registration and distribution station directly from the municipal office. Simultaneously, the Immigration and Border Administration Office in Pashupatinagar has commenced citizenship distribution services for all wards. These initiatives, following an agreement between the National Identity and Registration Department and the municipality, aim to make identity and citizenship services more accessible to residents. The inauguration ceremony, attended by key officials and dignitaries, marked a new era of convenience and efficiency for the people of Suryodaya.

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Effortless Citizenship Services: A Major Transition for Suryodaya Municipality

It is my pleasure to announce amongst all the fellow citizens of Suryodaya Municipality regarding the transition of the citizenship obtaining, renewing and management center for the residents of Wards 6 to 14 via the Immigration and Border Administration Office in Pashupatinagar, moving away from the previous arrangement via the District Administration Office in Ilam.

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